Foreigners traveling to the Philippines to join short-term, non-degree courses in the Philippines (i.e. language proficiency, computer courses) must apply for a temporary visitor’s visa and submit proof of acceptance to the course offered in the Philippines, through a duly-signed letter/certification issued by the accepting Philippine-based learning institution.
Upon arrival in the Philippines and acceptance by the school or institution, the student should apply for a Special Study Permit at the Bureau of Immigration’s Student Desk and present the following documents:
- Letter request for Special Study Permit;
- Certificate of Acceptance issued by the admitting Philippine educational institution/school accredited by the Bureau of Immigration to accept foreign students;
- Photocopy of passport reflecting the applicant’s authorized period of stay;
- Affidavit of Support and Proof of Financial Capacity; and
- Birth Certificate.
Focal persons and pertinent contact details for student visas and permits can be found here ;
